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Jury discharged in trial of Wicklow man accused of murder
Summary
The jury for the trial of Thomas O'Connor, a 29‑year‑old from Greystones, Wicklow, accused of murdering 22‑year‑old John O'Brien on 4 June 2010, was discharged. O'Connor pleaded not guilty to murder but guilty to manslaughter, a plea rejected by the State. Justice Carmel Stewart informed the jurors that one member was absent and could not return, and therefore discharged the jury. The case will resume on 20 February 2017.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Jury discharged in trial of Wicklow man accused of murder. Charges or matters: murder but guilty to manslaughter but this plea was not accepted by the State. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- June 4, 2010 Hearing Or Sentence
- February 20, 2017 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2016-12-07 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: murder but guilty to manslaughter but this plea was not accepted by the State (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Farrankelly Road
- Central Criminal Court
Topics
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